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Psychology and social work
Put people at the heart of your career. Whether you want to understand the alluring workings of the human mind, help individuals and communities thrive, or study intersectionality and advocate for social justice, Charles Sturt has a course that will put you at the forefront of these growing fields – in which you can have a real impact.
Accredited courses taught by experienced professionals. Flexible online learning options. And the opportunity to follow your ideal pathway to the qualification you need. These are the benefits of studying at the university with more than 30 years' experience teaching human services and people-centric degrees.
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Helping people thrive in their later years is uniquely satisfying. Study aged care and gain skills and knowledge across the practice, standards and rights of aged care in Australia. So you can help elderly people – and their families – make the best decisions for their health and wellbeing.
Protect the most vulnerable among us. A career in juvenile welfare involves working with families facing challenges such as poverty, addiction and homelessness, and with children at risk. Develop the skills to help young people thrive – even in difficult circumstances.
Why is diversity important? Because it values the experiences of everyone. And it addresses the divisive aspects of culture, politics and history that inhibit people from flourishing. Enhance your knowledge of the forces that shape society, and become an advocate for change.
The UN estimates that one in four people across the globe will have a mental health issue during their life. Many communities in Australia lack the services required to meet this need. Study mental health to play a part in ensuring communities and individuals can cope, heal and thrive.
Gain a qualification that sets you up for registration as a psychologist. As a practising psychologist, you can make a difference in many fields. Help people cope with mental illness. Rehabilitate criminals. Or work with patients with brain injury to achieve quality of life.
Apply the scientific study of the mind to solving real-world problems. Study psychology and explore how biology and environment affect our mental processes. From health and social welfare to advertising and HR, your understanding of how people behave will be invaluable in your career.
Contribute to social justice with a human services degree. Gain interdisciplinary knowledge to help people resolve life’s problems – from housing and food insecurity, to unemployment, addiction, grief and mental health issues. And ensure people and communities can flourish.
Inequality, disadvantage, social justice – these are the issues that underpin social work. Gain a social work qualification and put your passion for helping others to work – helping remote communities, people with disabilities, children, older people, or those affected by climate change.